Vitosha Guest Haus

  • View of Vitosha Guest Haus Inn from the frontal, Washtenaw Side (an historic plaque hangs above the door). The Frank Lloyd Wright Hall is to the right, the Gazebo Garden to the left, at the top of which is the Cottage.

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  • Vitosha Guest Haus Video: Located on Central U.of M.campus, Vitosha offers elegant and cyber-savvy accommodations for business travelers, professors, lovers and parents. Kosher and vegan breakfast offerings upon request. Ten lodgings, six feature a fireplace; second floor have verandas, all have private baths, Wi-Fi and telephone. Both early and late check-ins by arrangement, pets resident in Big Haus. We host small, discreet weddings, retreats and conferences, seminars, performances and family celebrations in the Gazebo Garden,and Concert Hall.

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    Located on Central U.of M.campus, Vitosha offers elegant and cyber-savvy accommodations for business travelers, professors, lovers and parents. Kosher and vegan breakfast offerings upon request. Ten lodgings, six feature a fireplace; second floor have verandas, all have private baths, Wi-Fi and telephone. Both early and late check-ins by arrangement, pets resident in Big Haus. We host small, discreet weddings, retreats and conferences, seminars, performances and family celebrations in the Gazebo Garden,and Concert Hall.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Vitosha was planned to be a major cultural center with lodging, has had artists and theatre companies in residence, and hopes to see more artistic activity going forward! An oil portrait of my son is nearing completion, and I have two fine arts printing presses on the property, as well.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Italian

    • Spanish


    Number of Cats: 1

    Number of Dogs: 2


    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Urban Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Cultural Amenities (Pipe Organ & Gallery)

    • Four Buildings, 22,000 square feet!

    • George the Mastiff, our Mascot (150#)

    • International Breakfast Offerings

    • Lily Pond with Singing Frogs in Springtime

    • Swiss Chalet "Big Haus", Arts & Crafts Interior

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Private entrance

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Radio

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Chess boards, umbrella'd cafe tables

    • Gathering spaces w/overstuffed chairs.

    • Verandas (2nd floor Parsonage rooms)

    • Weekend tango milongas & workshops!

    • Concert Hall & sound system

    • Neo-Gothic kabinet beds (China & Grand rms)

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    Historic complex with pets, alternative kosher and vegan breakfasts available. Castlestone Swiss Chalet with Cottage and Concert Hall. We feature tango milongas and recitals!

    Ada's Room (Parsonage)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$139

    With its sequestered location on the first floor, ample bathroom with claw footed tub & walk-in shower, cozy fireplace and slate floor, this lodging is suitable for lovers or singles. Please note: bedstead is very old, prestandardization wrought iron, slightly shorter than a modern double bed (not suitable for guests over 5'11"). Wifi, A/C, lilypond outside (Spring frogs' singing may keep a light sleeper awake). Key to outer door, as well (free egress).

    Cuckoo's Nest (Big Haus)

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$159

    Large room in Big Haus(3rd floor), suitable for family. Sleeps 3 in four-poster double, with one twin bed. Shower, TV, wireless, and key is issued to Parsonage outer door. Radiator heat, down comforters.

    Grand Room (Parsonage)

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$139

    Aptly named, the grandest room, featuring Gothic Kabinet bed & extra sleigh daybed, fireplace, wireless internet, terrace view of the vineyard and lilypond (no TV). Soaring ceiling, bay window, rocking setee and wingback chair for reading. Often used as a bridal room, it is also suitable for families with a child in tow. Shower only, telephone. Private entrance, second floor.

    China Room (Parsonage)

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$139

    With a medieval view of the Gazebo Garden, fountain, Teahouse and Big Haus, this is the most fantastic room. Terrace view, soaring ceiling & fireplace mantle, ornately carved Chinese sidechairs, velvet ottoman, ample armoire for clothing (no TV). Chinoiserie on bed and fireplace. This second floor room has a private entrance, shower only, wireless, telephone.

    Garden Room (Parsonage)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$129

    Impressive, black wrought iron bedstead, with draped overhead "half tester". Slate floor, shower, telephone, wireless internet, A/C, telephone, situated by English roses and lilypond (singing frogs in the Spring!). Fireplace for cozy winter sleeping, small desk for working, good wingback chair for reading. Velvet "fainting couch". First floor location, separate entrance.

    Ramparts Room (Parsonage)

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      2 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$129

    Second floor location, terrace above lilypond, roses and cane fruit. Features a child's medieval crib, small tub & shower, bay window, grandfather brass bed for two, good working desk w/wireless internet, TV, telephone and A/C. Soaring ceilings with Spring frog song! Faces the quiet side street and vineyard. Private entrance.

    Courtyard Rm (Parsonage)

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $109/$129

    A real "feng shui" lodging, with warm wood tones & good light, facing the medieval courtyard. Gothic bed (somewhat high) with draped "half tester", supplemental sleigh daybed. Good reading chair, cozy fireplace, ample bathroom w/shower, warm slate floors. Wireless internet, telephone, A/C, separate entrance.

    Provincial (Parsonage)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $89/$119

    A lovely single room, suitable for women on business, scholars or extended stays. Very "pensione" feeling, with balcony view of Gazebo Garden and fountain, common room below for reading wingbacks. Small bathtub & shower, private entrance, A/C, wireless internet, TV and telephone. A bit short on storage space, things may be stored elsewhere.

    Conference & Banquet Hall

    Suite maximum capacity: 1

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $350/$450

    Suitable for a relaxed business conference, wedding reception, bar mitzvah or family reunion. Prairie style concert hall with bright acoustics, seats 85 formally, 100 for conferences, catering kitchen below. Raised stage, "box seats" in Dessert Loft, baby grand piano and Holtkamp pipe organ. We provide ten 60" round tables w/vintage folding chairs (may be draped). Best Ann Arbor caterers staff our kitchen. May be used with Gazebo Garden in warmer months (60).

    Three Bears Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 6

    • Beds

      2 Queen

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $250/$275

    Irish style cottage which sleeps six (2 doubles, 2 single beds). First floor features slate, wifi, a kitchenette, double bed, captain's table, view of garden and Big Haus. Second floor (2 rooms) with bathtub, double and 1 single bed. Keys to Parsonage included, breakfast in Big Haus.

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: Three o'clock    Check out: Eleven AM

    • Minimum stay: During peak weekends or summer, two days is recommended for bookings.

    • Deposit amount required: Groups: 25% to reserve, balance due one month in advance Others: one nights' stay "earnest money"

    • Cancellations: Groups: One month in advance, formal written notice Others: 3 day, 72-hour written notice by e-mail

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Ritual usage of alcohol, wine and beer only

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Ramparts and Three Bears House specially made for children

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No : Parents must attend children at all times.


    Discount type

    • Sanctuary + 8 Rms.
      Percent off: 15%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: "High Continental"

    • Time Served: 7:30 or 8:30

    • Serving location: Gazebo Garden (seasonal), Purgatorio: "Dunch in the Dungeon", Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Signature Dish

    Pecan Fruit Salad w/Lychees
    Fresh seasonal fruits, with lychees, raisins and toasted pecans.


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Kosher (adv notice)

    • Vegan (adv notice)


    Additional food services

    • "Dunch in the Dungeon"

    • Banquet Catering (40)

    • Food and Wine Pairing (20)

  • Location Type

    • College of Creative Studies

    • Detroit Institute of Art

    • Greenfield Village, Detroit

    • Hollander's Book Arts

    • Huron River Valley

    • University of Michigan Campus

    • City


    City

    • Detroit

    • Distance to city: 40 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Chicago: I-94, straight East to Exit 177 (State Street) Detroit: 14W to 23, Exit Washtenaw. Follow up to campus.


    Airport

    • Detroit, MI (DTW-Wayne County) 20 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Follow either I-94 or 14, always heading West (see instructions above).


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Arboretum & Formal Gardens

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country skiing

    • the University of Michigan (Ivy League)

    • Golfing

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Art Films & Live Concerts

    • Sidewalk cafes

    • Seasonal Fruit Picking

    • Award Winning Public Library

    • Book Stores (new and used)

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

    • Video Arcade

    • Water sports

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    vitosha guest haus

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    loved the accomadations, but breakfast was just ok and a little far to walk to Ann arbor


    Holiday Visit

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    My wife and I visited our daughter and her boyfriend in Ann Arbor for a delayed holiday celebration. We chose Vitosha Guest House because we stayed there one other time. The accommodations, for people like us, were outstanding. Our room, the garden room, is large but cozy. We are used to a king size bed at home, but found the double bed fun, cozy and comfortable. The heat in the tiled floor is really nice when visiting during cold weather. I'm not really a breakfast at the table kind of person, so Linda (my wife) kind of has to press me to join her. The food is very well prepared as well as being delicious and varied. The most notable thing we have found during both of our stays is the intangible of having breakfast with other guests who have chosen Vitosha. This stay we met Anna and Jacob. Anna was getting ready to leave for Kenya with a Fullbright scholarship in hand to study creative writing. Jacob works in energy sustainability in the detroit area. Our conversations made the dining experience more than just great food. we had a similar experience the last time we visited Vitosha. For us, Vitosha is a great, great place to stay.


    A great home away from home

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    Comfort, privacy and fine breakfasts are provided by Vitosha, an elegant bed'n'breakfast about a mile from the central U of M campus in a leafy, established neighborhood.


    magical

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    the Vitosha Guesthouse has old-world feel and charm surrounding you the moment you step on the grounds. the lodging is superb and the breakfast can be summed up in one word: Delectable! Great location, too.


    Special and artistic B&B

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    Vitosha has special atmosphere, artistically decorated and furnished rooms and excellent breakfasts. The owner is an artist and her very fine taste and vision shows throughout this elegant old home. Walkable to University of Michigan, which is great convenience.


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